A group of 15 people, aged 10 to 70, enjoyed a wonderful, relaxing weekend a mile from Bryce Resort this summer. We stayed in the House Over the Pond (HOP), a custom-built home suspended over a fountain-fed pond, tucked in the woods near Mount Jackson, VA. Sitting on the back deck, watching the trees sway in the breeze, was fantastic. With six bedrooms on three floors, three baths, a modern kitchen, and multiple porch swings on the decks, we had plenty of space. With 1970s-era furniture and shag carpet, the place is comfortable and most convenient to so many activities in that area. We had a blast zip lining at Bryce Mountain (thanks Frank and Ryan), then fly fishing with Thad our superb trainer and guide. The House Over the Pond is rented by the same great folks who run the Sky Chalet Mountain Lodge just down the road from the HOP. Mona was most responsive and helpful. If you are into skiing or snowboarding in the winter, or hiking and swimming in the summer, then kicking back at night to play cards or watch satellite TV on a big screen, check out the HOP or the Chalet.
